Where this flag flies, salmon have allies
Join Raincoast, Pacific Salmon Foundation, and more in celebrating these vital species on June 1, International Wild Salmon Day.
Wild Salmon Day was established in 2019 with leadership from the Government of British Columbia and has become an annual celebration for wild salmon. It’s a moment for us to collectively raise the proverbial flag for salmon, while calling for actions needed to protect and restore their populations.
This day is a powerful celebration to shed more light on why wild salmon matter. They unite us across waters, cultures, and generations. A foundation of who we are and many healthy ecosystems, wild salmon support dozens of other species, including us.
But British Columbia is in an unprecedented wild salmon crisis. After decades of habitat loss, overharvesting, as well as fish farm and hatchery impacts, many wild salmon populations in BC are experiencing low to record low returns. This is why Raincoast teams continue to work year-round to support their survival.
During a recent visit to the Woods Island Marsh restoration site, Dave Scott, Lower Fraser Research and Restoration Director, reflected on the difference in the landscape post-restoration, and how that has changed juvenile salmon populations. Located in the North Arm of the Lower Fraser River, the goal of Raincoast’s work at the Woods Island Marsh is to restore habitats along the Lower Fraser, creating a connected network for juvenile salmon to increase their likelihood of survival during this critical life stage.
It’s been a long haul…From invasive cattail removal in September 2024, to deepening the elevation to improve the flow of water and movement for fish in February 2025, to now – seeing the efforts inaugurate impact.
Learn more about Wild Salmon Day and how you can support these crucial wild lives. On June 1, tell us what wild salmon mean to you. Share your thoughts on social media, tag @raincoastconservation and use the hashtag #WildSalmonDay – we want to hear your voice!
